10 Jan 1902
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Newspaper
Pendleton Eagle Valley News
Location
Pendleton, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Jan 10, 1902
Page
1
Fragmentary report notes pressure on Manila based cargo links and a Commercial Ward figure seeking policy on hands off approach. Mentions the Manila fleet, Suez route via Gotham, and the transportation company facing events affecting freighting and port calls.
Fragmentary OCR text mentions a person and long-term expectations but is largely unreadable. Readable elements include a name Len and references to health, time, and Canada. The piece reads like a partial news note with unclear events.
Fragments discuss nickel, global markets, and a company linked to South Africa. Mentions of service value, urban streets, and a couple of proper nouns hint at a business or trade topic, though the text is garbled and incomplete.
The Jan 1 dispatch reports on the Czar era Russia facing a grim economic era with finance officials noting deterioration in metal industries and slack textile production amid widespread industry woes. The piece also covers the International League of Presse executives meeting in Charleston, highlighting aims to fund a home for aged, indigent journalists in New Orange, New Jersey, as part of social welfare efforts.
Charleston officials and hundreds of residents gathered as the Liberty Bell, arriving from Philadelphia, was installed in the Philadelphia building on the exposition grounds. The bell will be guarded around the clock by Philadelphia police due to limited local officers.
Chicago Jan. 10 A partial settlement of the freight rate war in the west goes into effect today. It provides maintenance of water on Brain and shipments from Missouri river territory to Gulf ports. Roads in the agreement include the Panama Pacifici, Southern Pacific, Missouri Pacific, Denver and Rio Grande and Burlington systems.
Colonel Clayton McMichael, recently named postmaster of Philadelphia, assumed the duties of the office today marking the start of his new role in the city.
Copenhagen reports the rikedag assembled today with session viewed as of high importance. It is expected that action will be taken on the proposed sale of the Danish West Indies to the United States.
Washington January 10 The house began consideration this morning of a bill to create a permanent census bureau as part of federal statistical reforms.
The hovee committee on naval affairs considered Schian presale teams and, led by Chairman Watson of the fire committee, said no action will be taken on any recessions offered in the house. The meeting left the issue undecided and awaiting further guidance.
Vienna medical note reports discovery of cold bacilli and warnings about sneeze transmission. Early 20th century style brief item notes sneeze contagion and public health concern in Vienna.
A fragment describes a cotton seed cleaning invention claiming a complete method from seed release to refined product. It outlines a secret chemical process claimed to separate lint and seed hulls, produce high quality paper stock, and reduce processing time to about 20 minutes while increasing efficiency and yield.
A garbled Philadelphia dispatch reports two Chicago based firms the Doordag Haeventer company and the MyCormle Harvesting Machine company sending 200 units of machinery to Russia. The shipment appears tied to a Soviet frontier district project, with reference to harvesting gear and agricultural machinery.
The Globe reports from reliable quarters that overtures for peace have been made by Hoer chiefs who will surrender if not exiled. January 16 is stated as the probable surrender date.
Heavy rains cause the Nooksack Skagit and other western Washington rivers to overflow flooding Deming and Mir Vernon as water levels rise across the region. Damaging washes and road closures impede travel while residents brace for further rises through the week. Local authorities mobilize crews to assess damage and assist stranded areas.
In San Francisco on January 10 officers testified about the Wahlin Walla forest incident. Statements aimed to blame the Wallin Walla for the collision and key witness Henry Bourget claimed involvement is linked to the event.
The article reports Bay an attacking Governor Shaw of Iowa as a money lender and undecided on certain monetary policies. It notes J Bryan arriving in Holyoke for a city hall event at which he plans to speak on his topic A Conquering Nutlow.
The Navy reports Admiral Rodgers from Cavite says Walker’s unit completed a multi day march across Samar from Lanang to Rehey. The column faced severe hardships and killed 18 insurgents, captured a cavation tenant and four men.
March 26 chosen as the date for Cuba to inaugurate President elect Palma and start the new government. Hevans and Jap note the independence beginning marker as the country moves toward self rule.
In Indianapolis on January 1 the Democratic crate of Indiana met last week to reorganize their state committee and plan new party lines. Republicans hold meetings across the state to choose delegates for conventions selecting members of the new state committee. The state committee will be reorganized at a meeting scheduled for the week after next.
At Delmonico's this evening the Society of Colonial War is holding its tenth annual dinner to commemorate the founding of New Amsterdam in 1614. The society includes many of New York's leading figures, and the event stands as a major social function of the winter season.
New York market reports no overall change at the close after an early half cent decline. Export and flour demand are described as unusually good and winter wheat weather raises concerns of possible crop damage if temperatures fall. Cables firm. Liverpool close at 44, New York opens 44, trades 87 to 88, Chicago opens 82 1 2, closes 84. Stooks steady. various commodities listed with prices. In San Francisco Wheat quoted 111 1 1 1 11 1 1. Washington reports unanimous Senate committee support for M A Otero as governor of Mexico.
The Panama Canal Company formal offers to sell the canal property to the United States for 46 million dollars. The bid includes all property and assets the company holds related to the canal, with no reservations. Washington date noted as January 14. Admiral Walker received the letter announcing the offer.
New York on January 10 reports the Shaarai Telllah Congregation marking a three day silver jubilee for Rev. De Bluo Stemtos. The Weing event at the West End included many prominent rabbis and laymen in attendance.
Washington January 10 Navy orders to move ships of the North Atlantic Squadron to Venezuelan waters under Tear Admiral Hiewineon to deter anarchy and protect American lives. The plan aims not to coerce Venezuela but to back President Castro’s overthrow if needed and to have an American officer in command if other powers demonstrate naval force.
Cleveland report states Euclid Avenue Trust and Savings Company is solvent and will pay dollar for dollar. Bank unable to realize on securities and meet annual demands. however, the company shows a surplus of $65,000 after reviewing the statement.
From Sandringham dated January 10, news of Queen Alexandra’s health casts doubt on imminent activities. Officials say her condition is unsatisfactory and she will probably stay in retirement for a period to rest ahead of the coronation.
Samuel Salteberger of Van Wert today marked his 12d birthday, said to be the nation's oldest Odd Fellow. The event underscores his long service in the Odd Fellows fraternal order and his residence in Van Wert.
A reader warns against using cheap baking powders that contain alum. The note cites pure food laws and a polagoiks warning that such powders are injurious to health and should be avoided for better health.
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